How To Fix FDT_CP_MSG404 - Sort attribute not provided in function &1

FDT_CP_MSG404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CP_MSG -

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Sort attribute not provided in function &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG404 - Sort attribute not provided in function &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG404: Sort attribute not provided in function &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Field Data Tool (FDT) or when working with data transformation functions in SAP applications. This error indicates that a required sort attribute is missing in the specified function.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a sort attribute that is necessary for the function to execute properly. In many cases, sorting is required for data processing, and if the sort attribute is not defined, the system cannot proceed with the operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the function that is throwing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Ensure that all required parameters, including sort attributes, are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Define Sort Attributes:
  
  If the function requires sort attributes, make sure to define them in the function's settings. This may involve specifying which fields